Mortgage rates, explained

Learn what moves mortgage rates and why lender-specific options depend on your borrower and property scenario.

What moves mortgage rates

Mortgage pricing tends to respond to bond-market yields, Federal Reserve policy, and inflation expectations.

What affects your rate

Credit, down payment or equity, loan type, property and occupancy, points, and lock period can all affect lender-specific pricing.

Why we do not post a one-size rate

One published rate cannot account for a borrower, property, loan amount, program, or costs. Turn Times reviews wholesale lender options for the complete scenario.

We do not represent, guarantee, or promise specific lender rates or terms.